The Halloween decorations are up and the 2016 Epcot Food & Wine Festival is ON! It MUST BE FALL in Walt Disney World!
Halloween Decorations at Magic Kingdom
So please join us for a very pumpkin-spiced edition of What’s New 
!
All Things Halloween
It’s always fun to see the pumpkins, scarecrows, and autumn wreaths return to Magic Kingdom for the fall season…
Halloween Decorations in Magic Kingdom
Halloween Decorations in Magic Kingdom
Halloween Decorations in Magic Kingdom
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has kicked into high gear (and the super fun decorations can be enjoyed by every Magic Kingdom guest)!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party sign
Halloween merchandise has, of course, crept into merchandise locations all around Disney World. There are popular returning items along with new pieces; some are food-related, and some not-so-much .
Halloween Merchandise
“Just One Bite” Bowl
Coffin of Gummy Worms
“Terror in Tomorrowland” Gummy Sour Pumpkin Bag
Trick or Treat sign
I always love it when the Mickey Krispy Treats get their fall makeovers!
Autumn Krispy Treats
Jack-o-Lantern Krispy Treat
Cauldron of Cocoa, anyone?
Hot Chocolate Cauldron
Hot Chocolate Cauldron
I thought my favorite item was the “Boo to You” mug…
“Boo to You” Mug (front and back)
… until I saw the Hitchhiking Ghosts Hoodie, that is!
Hitchhiking Ghosts Hoodie
Minnie and Mickey and the rest of the gang are in their spiffy new Halloween costumes for Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood and Vine in Hollywood Studios!
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They’ll be in this hauntingly cute garb through November 6th, after which Minnie’s Holiday Seasonal Dine will begin in full festive force!
All Around the World
The current Seasonal Beverages at Joffrey’s Coffee Kiosks all over Disney World are a Harvest Latte, a Pumpkin Pie Chai, and a Pumpkin Pie Latte.
Joffrey’s Seasonal Beverages
And a Shakin’ Jamaican Cold Brew option can be found at some stops… since it’s still quite warm here, you know .
Joffrey’s Cold Brew sign
Congratulations to Princess Elena of Avalor who has been added to the Disney Character Lollipop Hall of Fame!
Elena Lollipop
Pirate Mickey has a new Tutti Frutti Lollipop, too.
Pirate Mickey Lollipop
We’ve got a couple of updates on the Refillable Popcorn Buckets that hit the scene this summer. Not only has the program been extended beyond its original end date of September 1st (now rumored to run through October 31st), but the Buckets are now eligible for refills through “Length of Stay.”
Mahindi Popcorn Menu
Magic Kingdom Souvenir Popcorn Bucket
Magic Kingdom Souvenir Popcorn Bucket
Get the full scoop here!
This line of Working Day Mugs might add a little extra fun to the office…
Mickey Working Day Mug
Minnie and Daisy Working Day Mug
Donald Working Day Mug
Goofy Working Day Mug
And we spotted a new line of Pure Growth Organic Snacks including these Cinnamon Brown Sugar Breakfast Bars at Hollywood Studios, and will be keeping an eye out at other merchandise and snack spots around the World.
Pure Growth Breakfast Bars
Epcot
The 2016 Epcot Food & Wine Festival has begun!! And it’s running for a record 62 days (until November 14th) this year.
“Taste Epcot”
So be sure to check out The Best of Fest to plan your Festival food picks! Here’s a small peek at just a couple of standouts for 2016, starting with Spicy Hummus Fries at the Morocco Booth:
Spicy Hummus Fries from Morocco Booth
France continues to bring its A-Game when it comes to Grownup Ice Pops. Don’t miss this year’s Frozen Daiquiri Ice Pop!
Frozen Daiquiri Ice Pop from France Booth
Sweet seekers will want to head to The Chew Collective Booth (located in Future World) for the Peanut Butter and White Chocolate Mousse.
Peanut Butter and White Chocolate Mousse with a Caramel Drizzle from The Chew Collective
It takes a LOT of energy to check out everything the Festival has to offer.
Fountain View
Fortunately, the new Mocha Brownie at Fountain View is infused with caffeine (it’s made with espresso beans for a little pick-me-up)!
Mocha Brownie
Have you seen the terrific merchandise line dedicated to the Biergarten Restaurant in the Germany Pavilion?
Biergarten T-shirt
Biergarten T-shirt
Biergarten Key Ring
And check out this fun find in the Japan Pavilion: the little outdoor frozen treat kiosk is where you can now find mini Frozen Jello Cups. (These are also available at room temperature inside the Mitsukoshi shop.)
Mini Jello Cups
Select Lobby Beverages are currently available in Le Cellier.
Le Cellier Steakhouse
Le Cellier Lobby Beverages Menu
And L’Artisan des Glaces is proudly serving its newest creation!
Entrance to L’Artisan des Glaces in Epcot’s France
It’s Candied Peanuts with Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Ice Cream.
L’Artisan des Glaces Flavor Menu
Candied Peanuts with Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Ice Cream
Animal Kingdom
Stop by Zuri’s Sweets Shop for some Pumpkin Spice Fudge (you might spot it in other confection cases around Disney World, too).
Zuri’s Sweets Shop
Pumpkin Spice Fudge
Zuri’s is also now serving Frozen Slushes in Lemonade and Strawberry.
Slushy Machines at Zuri’s
All options at Pizzafari are now actually Flabreads, save for the regular Cheese Pizza (because what would PIZZAfari be without at least ONE pizza?).
Pizzafari Sign
Of note among the recent additions are the Mediterranean and the Cheeseburger Flatbreads, and all are now served with a Tomato and Cucumber Salad.
Pizzafari Menu
The Dirt & Worms Cupcake is now available at Creature Comforts. Hi, Pumbaa!
Dirt & Worms Cupcake
And the Grilled Chicken Sandwich at Restaurantosaurus has received a slight update to the Grilled Chicken BLT Sandwich.
Restaurantosaurus Sign
Restaurantosaurus Menu
Magic Kingdom
Main Street Confectionery is confectionery case-free… for a time, at least .
The Current Confectionery
The confectionery case is closed for a six week refurbishment, but the store is still open for business!
Caramel Apple Display at The Confectionery
We got pretty darn excited when we saw Queso Blanco available for a buck at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe.
Pecos Bill’s Tall Tale Inn and Cafe
Queso on the Pecos Bill menu
But, turns out it’s just a prepackaged option. Nothing super special… but it can be paired with a $3.99 side of chips (though we’d recommend loading up at the Fixin’s Bar instead).
Chips and Queso
Queso
At Table Service restaurants, keep your eyes peeled for autumnal and Halloween additions for desserts like this assortment from the buffet at Crystal Palace.
Halloween Desserts at Crystal Palace
Many thanks to DFB Reader Jackie C. for the picture!
And over at Be Our Guest Restaurant, the Grey Stuff has gotten a little holiday makeover…
The Grey Stuff Brownie
Hollywood Studios
Pumpkin Scones and Muffins are back for the season at The Trolley Car Cafe.
Trolley Car Cafe
Scones
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin
Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin
But the Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcake and the Peanut Butter Crunch Cookie are all new.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcake
Peanut Butter Crunch Cookie
At both the Hollywood Brown Derby Restaurant and Lounge, a Carrot and Ginger Soup is on the menu.
The Hollywood Brown Derby
Small Plates Menu at Brown Derby Lounge (Partial)
And a new (well, new to this area) Pop-up Bar has hit the Studios. It’s located near Toy Story Mania, and on our visit it was in operation from 12 – 6 pm.
Pop-up Bar near Toy Story Mania
Even though it can easily be moved, we think this Pop-up Bar will stay in its current home on Pixar Place, since three of the cocktails are Toy Story-themed.
Menu and Deep Space Odyssey
We’ll have a review of the Deep Space Odyssey (pictured above) for you here soon!
Funnel Cakes are back at Oasis Canteen!
Oasis Canteen
Oasis Canteen Menu
All sorts of super fun signage has been added to the future site of PizzeRizzo (former home of Toy Story Pizza Planet) in preparation for a late fall opening.
PizzeRizzo sign
PizzeRizzo sign for Banquet Hall
PizzeRizzo sign
Loving this nod to the ol’ Pizza Planet!
“The Best Pizza on the Planet”
You’ll even spy signs for Gonzo’s Royal Flush (Ha!) at the nearby restrooms. They’re also under refurbishment in the recently renamed Muppets Courtyard area of the park.
Gonzo’s Royal Flush
Darth Vader finds your lack of chocolate disturbing, so you can remedy that right quick with a new box of Star Wars Dark Chocolate Caramel Truffles.
Star Wars Dark Chocolate Caramel Truffles
Disney Springs
Town Center
A stop at Amorette’s Patisserie always reveals some beautiful new creations.
Amorette’s Patisserie
Amorette’s Patisserie Cast Member
Take the new Raspberry Lemonade Pastry, for instance (it’s raspberry mousse, lemon curd, and lemon chiffon cake).
Raspberry Lemonade Pastry
Eclairs are now available individually or in an Assortment Box (flavors include Lemon Meringue, Pistachio, Raspberry,and Salted Caramel).
Box of Eclairs
Raspberry Eclair
Coffee or Tea? Take your pick! The Petit “Coffee Time” Cake is a flourless chocolate cake with dark chocolate mousse and coffee buttercream.
Coffee Time Petit Cake
The Petit “Tea Time” Cake, on the other hand, is a lemon and green tea chiffon cake with citrus curd, Italian buttercream, lemon pate de fruit jelly, and passion fruit fondant.
Tea Time Petit Cake
And don’t forget to look for special seasonal creations!
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These include one more Petit Cake: this Fall Time Petit Cake — available through November 10th — looks like a birch tree (carved with an “A” for Amorette’s). We’ll have a full review for you soon!
Amorette’s Autumn Petit Cake
Layers are baked apple, salted caramel, milk jam, and spiced chiffon cake.
Stop by Sprinkles for the perfect tribute to Back-to-School season.
Sprinkles in Disney Springs
Peanut Butter & Jelly Ice Cream is available throughout September!
@Sprinkles Twitter (@sprinkles)
But is your Town Center visit too early in the day for ice cream? Well, even though we’d argue “Never” , there IS a terrific new breakfast option waiting for you at The Daily Poutine: Breakfast Poutine!
All-Day Breakfast Poutine
Read about this all-day breakfast dish here.
The Landing
A Wine and Chocolate option is now on offer at The Ganachery, featuring a glass of sparkling Rosa Regale paired with a passion fruit ganache square.
The Ganachery sign
Ganache and Wine & Chocolate sign at The Ganachery
Seasonal ganache flavors are Pumpkin Spice Latte and Cinnamon Apple.
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Even more new flavors include Dark Chocolate Coconut and Creamy Peanut Butter Ganache.
West Side
Celebrate Oktoberfest at House of Blues through October 9th!
House of Blues
Special menu items for the celebration include Pork Schnitzel, Grilled Beer Bratwurst, a big ol’ Oktoberfest Pretzel, and Apple Strudel.
©House of Blues Orlando Twitter (@HOBOrlando)
Find Mojito Lemonade at the Wetzel’s Pretzels stand.
Mojito Lemonade
Note that it’s actually a No-jito, since it’s non-alcoholic.
Wolfgang Puck Cafe is serving a fall twist on the classic Manhattan cocktail.
©Wolfgang Puck Cafe Twitter (@WPCOrlando)
It’s an autumnal Cinnamon Apple Manhattan.
Resorts
Grand Floridian Resort
You know how we’ve seen a lot Table Service restaurants around Disney World combining Lunch and Dinner menus over the past several months? (For a case in point, check out our review of the revised all-day menu for Epcot’s Chefs de France).
Grand Floridian Cafe Entrance
Well, the Grand Floridian Cafe has put their own spin on the trend, instead offering a newly combined Breakfast and Lunch menu.
Grand Floridian Cafe Breakfast and Dinner Menu
It’s available until 2:00 pm, then Dinner begins at 5:00 pm.
Remember, the Gone Mad Party is still happening at the Grand Floridian Resort just outside Gasparilla Island Grill.
Gone Mad Party sign
What’s that? You haven’t heard about this free (with snacks available for purchase) Wishes Viewing Party? Read all about it here!
If you have an Advance Dining Reservation for 1900 Park Fare, please take note that the entrance has moved.
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